Top 10 Wisconsin Dairy Tours You Won’t Want to Miss in 2026

Grab your cooler - let’s hit the road. If you’re looking for squeaky cheese curds, scenic views, and a behind-the-scenes look at how Wisconsin does dairy best, you’re in the right place. These 10 Wisconsin dairy tours offer unforgettable experiences for families, food lovers, and anyone who believes cheese is a personality trait. See our Curd and Cone Map for all of the creameries near you.

Highfield Farm Creamery — Walworth, WI

Tucked right on the Wisconsin–Illinois border, Highfield Farm Creamery is a small, family-owned operation focused on high-quality, small-batch artisan cheese curds. Everything here is handcrafted with care, and the personal touch really shines through.

Call 262-275-3027 to plan a farm and factory tour.

W4848 State Line Rd, Walworth, WI 53184

Located on the WI–IL border

Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy — Kewaunee, WI

Home to over 5,000 dairy cows, Pagel’s Ponderosa is Wisconsin’s largest family-owned farmstead dairy — and it’s an impressive sight. Visitors can explore the gift shop or take guided tours of the farm and milking parlor to see large-scale dairy farming up close.

Call 920-388-3333 or email cgilson@pagelsponderosa.com or kileyp@pagelsponderosa.com to schedule tours.

N4893 County C, Kewaunee, WI 54216

Located near Door County

LaClare Family Creamery — Malone, WI

Goat cheese lovers, this one’s for you. LaClare Family Creamery produces an impressive lineup of flavored chèvre, plus goat-milk cheddar, mozzarella, feta, and their signature Chandoka cheese. Bonus: there’s also a café on site.

Contact jessischoofs@laclarefarms.com for guided tours, or enjoy their self-guided tour option.

W2994 County HH, Malone, WI 53049 920-670-0051

Located near Green Bay

Willow Creek Creamery Cheese Shop — Berlin, WI

Founded in 1906, Willow Creek is a true Wisconsin classic. They offer free factory tours and tastings, where you can watch cheese being made and sample it fresh before you buy.

Tours run Mondays and Wednesdays starting at 9:00 AM, last about 30 minutes, and groups under 10 don’t need to schedule ahead.

W1965 WI-21, Berlin, WI 54923 920-361-5256

Located near Oshkosh

Union Star Cheese Factory — Fremont, WI

A century-old, family-owned cheese factory, Union Star produces crowd-pleasing classics like cheddar, Colby, Monterey Jack, and a variety of flavored cheeses.

Tours start at 8:00 AM, last about 30 minutes, and you can join at any point — but arrive early for the freshest cheese curds.

7742 County Rd II, Fremont, WI 54940 920-836-2804

Located near Oshkosh

Cedar Grove Cheese Inc. — Plain, WI

Located in Wisconsin’s scenic Driftless Area, Cedar Grove Cheese is known for its award-winning lineup of rBGH-free and GMO-free cheeses, including cheddars, curds, and sheep-milk cheeses.

Call 608-546-5284 ahead of time to schedule a factory tour.

E5904 Mill Rd, Plain, WI 53577 608-546-5284

Located in the Driftless Area

Landmark Creamery Provisions — Belleville, WI

Landmark Creamery is beloved for its handcrafted artisan cheeses and fresh butter — and yes, the grilled cheese sandwiches at the shop are worth the trip alone.

Group Cheese Cave Tours (10+ people) can be scheduled by emailing alandmark@landmarkcreamery.com.

6895 Paoli Rd, Belleville, WI 53508 608-848-1162

Located near Madison in the Driftless Area

Sassy Cow Creamery — Columbus, WI

Sassy Cow is part creamery, part ice cream paradise, and part farm experience. Enjoy cheese, premium ice cream, organic milk, and a farmhouse café — complete with an unlimited milk bar.

Schedule a tour on their website.

W4192 Bristol Rd, Columbus, WI 53925
608-837-7766

Located near Madison

Hoard’s Dairyman Farm Creamery — Fort Atkinson, WI

With over 120 years of history, Hoard’s Dairyman is home to the oldest Guernsey herd in North America. Known for exceptional milk quality and award-winning cheeses, this is a must-visit for dairy history fans.

Call 920-563-5551 to schedule Guernsey farm tours. 28 Milwaukee Ave W, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538

920-563-5551

Located near Milwaukee

Crystal Ball Farms Dairy — Osceola, WI

Crystal Ball Farms is a family-owned A2 dairy farm producing flavored cheese curds, raw milk cheddars, and fresh milk. Visitors are welcome to stop in, visit the cows, and experience the farm firsthand.

Email crystalballfarms@yahoo.com to schedule a tour.

527 WI-35, Osceola, WI 54020 715-294-4090

Located near Minneapolis